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Here you have it, the only guide that you will need explaining the ins and outs of trailer hits and how you can make the most of them as a composer. What are Trailer Hits? Trailer hits are those massive bangs you hear all over movie trailers. You know the...
We have all heard these distinctive sounds so many times and probably in every single trailer over the last decade. But what are Braaams? Braaams explained? Braaams are those long low brassy sounds used within trailer music that are used to accent certain parts of the track. They usually consist...
If you’re a musician or even just familiar with music in general, then you’ve probably heard of a metronome. These handy time-keeping devices are a core piece of equipment that every musician needs, and are incredibly useful for all sorts of reasons. But what exactly are metronomes, and...
The 808 is one of the most famous sounds in modern music. Originally a drum sound that was invented in the 80s, it’s astounding that it’s still a sound that many want to achieve and use in their tracks today. For example, 808s are a staple in trap...
When starting out in music production, you will find that there are a ton of new terms and abbreviations for you to learn. And you will hear me using one all the time. That abbreviation is DAW but not everyone will be able to explain what it means to you...
I am a huge fan of efficient ways to convey feelings with sounds and one of the easiest and most effective ways to do that is by using drones. What are drones in music? Drones are long sustained notes that are used through some or all of a piece of...
Guitarists around the world are always looking for the best equipment to make their sound output the best possible, and equalizers are one of the best ways to make that happen. In this post, we will explain the distinction between the two most popular types of equalizers in professional audio:...
When it comes to entering a recording studio, there are often so many different types of equipment and tools that you can use, that if you’re new to the world of music recording, then it can be confusing trying to decipher what each piece of equipment is used for!...
When speaking about gain, many people believe it is synonymous with volume, and distortion is the result of too much gain. While these all have their similarities, there are considerable differences between the three terms. In this article, we aim to help you understand the differences between gain and distortion,...